Importance of pre-operative ultrasound examination and pathological tumour evaluation in the management of women with endometrial cancer.

Introduction: Endometrial cancer (EC) is the most common gynaecological malignancy in developed countries. Early and accurate diagnostic assessment is crucial for appropriate treatment planning. Information obtained by pre-operative imaging with transvaginal ultrasound (TVUS) and histological endometrial biopsy assessment is often the cornerstone for further management planning.